13-14 May 2026
Radisson Collection Hotel, Waterfront, Cape Town, South Africa
13-14 May 2026
Radisson Collection Hotel, Waterfront Cape Town, South Africa

OUR PARTNERS

OUR PARTNERS

We are proud to be supported by leading industry associations, technology organisations, and strategic institutions committed to accelerating Africa’s journey toward a smarter, more competitive industrial future. These partners contribute invaluable expertise, shape our content programmes, and help champion the advancement of automation across the continent. Each partner featured below brings unique insight, credibility, and impact to the Africa Automation Indaba. We invite you to explore their work, visit their websites, and discover the pioneering initiatives they are driving across the region.

Sponsors

Sponsors

Gold Sponsor

ALLPRONIX: Allpronix (Pty) Ltd is a leading African provider of process automation and industrial instrumentation solutions. Partnering with global manufacturers, the company delivers reliable systems for mining, water, energy, and manufacturing. Founded in 2003, Allpronix pioneers smart automation, IIoT integration, and locally engineered technologies that enhance efficiency, sustainability, and decision-making outcomes.


Silver Sponsor

LAPP: Founded in 1997, RJ Connect is a trusted African leader in industrial automation, networking, and cybersecurity, delivering secure Industrial IoT solutions through its partnership with global connectivity specialist Moxa.


Silver Sponsor

RJCONNECT: Founded in 1997, RJ Connect is a trusted African leader in industrial automation, networking, and cybersecurity, delivering secure Industrial IoT solutions through its partnership with global connectivity specialist Moxa.


Strategic Global Partner

Discover ALUMINIUM CHINA 2026, Asia’s leading B2B platform for the aluminium industry. Explore cutting-edge materials, smart manufacturing technologies, and future-focused applications across the full value chain. Join 650+ exhibitors and 35,000+ professionals in Shanghai for unmatched sourcing, networking, and global collaboration opportunities. Register or learn more today.



Associations

Associations

As an organisation, the SAIMC prides itself in being challenged and in turn challenges every person in the field of automation, instrumentation, mechatronics and control to be part of our vision to contribute to the success of our members. This is continuing to bring us success in our three strategic projects:
• Education and training
• Thought leadership
• Growth



Media Partners

Media Partners

Principal Media Partner

We’re proud to welcome Technews Publishing (SA Instrumentation & Control) as Premium Media Partner for Africa Automation Indaba 2026 and Africa Automation Technology Fair 2027. With 40+ years of trusted industry reporting, Technews connects Africa’s automation ecosystem through expert editorial, insight, and thought leadership driving industrial innovation.



University Partners

University Partners

The Faculty of Engineering at Stellenbosch University educates and develops highly skilled, innovative and entrepreneurial engineers through quality, industry-relevant undergraduate and postgraduate programmes supported by research and specialist expertise. We foster a diverse, inclusive environment where collaboration across disciplines enables responsible resolution of complex engineering challenges with environmental and social sustainability.

Join us as a strategic partner and play a pivotal role in powering Africa’s industrial revolution.

Join us as a strategic partner and play a pivotal role in powering Africa’s industrial revolution.